David Beckham flattened by Joey Barton on first start for PSG

Joey Barton gave David Beckham a rough welcome on the former England captain’s first start for Paris St-Germain on Wednesday night, flattening his compatriot with a stern challenge in the opening exchanges.

The French Cup tie was the second time Beckham had come face to face with Barton and Marseille in four days, having also faced the southern club in the league on Sunday night.